Thelma Aja
@thelmaaja
Customer support specialist and team leader driving retention and empathetic service.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated customer support specialist and virtual assistant with over three years of hands-on experience delivering empathetic, solutions-driven service and representing brands with integrity. I excel at conflict resolution, clear written and verbal communication, and leveraging CRM tools to improve customer outcomes.
I have led small teams and volunteer initiatives, supervising and training staff in empathy, escalation handling, and efficient communication workflows using Slack, Zoom, and other collaboration tools. I spearheaded peer mentoring and customer feedback programs that improved onboarding speed and informed product and service adjustments.
I bring a results-oriented mindset, practical experience with Zendesk and HubSpot, and a passion for building customer loyalty and optimizing engagement strategies. I am committed to driving retention, supporting cross-functional teams, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellent brand representation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Team Lead – Customer Experience
Nonprofit Youth Group
Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 (3 years)
Supervised 12 volunteers delivering online and offline customer assistance, conducted training on empathy and conflict resolution, and streamlined communication workflows to improve efficiency.
Client Support Specialist
Teljas Foodz
Jan 2020 - Dec 2023 (3 years 11 months)
Responded to customer inquiries across email, chat, and phone, contributed to increased retention through personalized engagement, and led a customer feedback initiative that improved service delivery.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Virtual Assistant Certification
Virtual Assistant Certification, Virtual Assistance
2025 - 2025
Completed a Virtual Assistant Certification during July–August 2025.
Project Management Certification
Project Management Certification, Project Management
Completed a Project Management Certification in March 2025.
National Certificate in Education program
National Certificate in Education, Education
2006 - 2009
Completed a National Certificate in Education (NCE) program from 2006 to 2009.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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